15th NY Game Awards + GG Fest + Supergiant Concert!

Get ready for two unforgettable days celebrating the artistry, creativity, and community of video games! The 15th Annual New York Game Awards + GG Fest with Supergiant Games: Unplugged bring together fans, creators, and critics for a one-of-a-kind, two-day experience in the heart of NYC. If you purchase the two-day experience, you get a big discount!

Day 1: GG Fest – Saturday, January 17

Step into the world behind your favorite games! GG Fest is an all-new fan and arts showcase featuring live panels and podcasts with some of the biggest names in the industry — including a special panel with Reggie - and more to be announced.

Cap off the day with the WORLDWIDE EXCLUSIVE “Supergiant Games: Unplugged,” a live concert featuring music from the Critically Acclaimed 2025 game Hades 2. Award-winning musical duo Darren Korb and Ashley Barrett bring the worlds of Hades and other Supergiant hits to life through song. So connect, celebrate, and discover the artistry behind the games you love.

Go to NYGameCritics.com/gg-fest-schedule for updates and a full timeline of events.

Day 2: The 15th Annual New York Game Awards – Sunday, January 18

Join us for gaming’s most electric, soulful night! Hosted by industry icon Reggie Fils-Aimé and NYVGCC Founder and New York Times Games Critic Harold Goldberg, the New York Game Awards honors the best games, creators, and storytellers of the year.

Enjoy live comedy from The Daily Show, musical performances, and appearances from top game makers and stars from across the industry. Plus — a Legend Award presentation that will go down in gaming history, perhaps our biggest, best yet!

After Party Access – Awards Night Exclusive

End the night on a high note! A limited number of After Party passes are available as an add-on for Awards night (January 18 only). Join us for a lively post-show celebration with our Legend winner, members of the games industry, award winners, and fellow fans featuring a selection of wine and craft beer to keep the night going. Only in New York at The NY Game Awards can fans mingle with Award and Legend winners at an After Party. It doesn’t happen anywhere else in the world.

LIMITED OFFER! Bundle GG Fest and New York Game Awards Tickets ($140)

Get access to GG Fest and The New York Game Awards with an overall $20 savings. PLUS choose your seats to the NY Game Awards from the Preferred Section of the Audience!

• Seat selection ONLY applies to the New York Game Awards.
• Seating for GG Fest Panels and the Supergiant Unplugged Concert are General Admission Only.

Ticket Options:

1-Day Tickets

• GG Fest Admission (1/17 ONLY)
• New York Game Awards Admission (1/18 ONLY)

2-Day Weekend Pass

• Includes BOTH GG Fest and New York Game Awards Admission with Preferred Seating at the Awards

Add-ons

• After Party Access
• Additional Purchase - available to NY Game Awards ticket holders only

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